“Animal” by Sandeep Reddy Vanga has undeniably stirred a significant buzz, earning its place as one of the standout films of the year. Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for his distinctive storytelling, has skillfully showcased his unique perspective in the movie, weaving a narrative rich in intense emotions. The film not only captures attention but also resonates with audiences who appreciate a blend of drama, crime, action, and profound romance. In recognition of the distinctive essence that “Animal” brings to Hindi cinema, we have curated a list of 10 movies like Animal films. This selection aims to cater to viewers who found resonance with the emotional depth and storytelling prowess exhibited in “Animal.” Check it out!
Arjun Reddy
Arjun Reddy Deshmukh, is the protagonist of this film, is a young surgeon with a violent temper and functioning alcoholism. Hearing that his sweetheart is getting married to someone else sends him into a downward spiral which leads to a series of thrilling events full of passion.
IMDb rating: 8
Cast: Vijay Deverakonda, Shalini Pandey, Rahul Ramakrishna, Jia Sharma, Sanjay Swaroop, Gopinath Bhat, Kamal Kamaraju, and Kanchand.
Release Date: August 25, 2017
Duration: 3 hours, 2 minutes
Genre: Romance
Language: Telugu
Where to watch online: Disney+Hotstar
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Kabir Singh
Sandeep Reddy Vanga also directed the 2019 Indian romance drama “Kabir Singh,” so it makes sense that the movie gets included. Shahid Kapoor plays the title character in this film, a remake of Vanga’s Telugu film “Arjun Reddy”, which is also included in this list. His life as a surgeon is turned upside down when Preeti, his girlfriend, gets married to someone else. Because of his devotion, this hot-headed guy is shown causing a commotion throughout the movie.
IMDb Rating: 7
Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani, Suresh Oberoi, Arjan Bajwa, Soham Majumdar, Nikita Dutta, Kamini Kaushal, Adil Hussain, Kunal Thakur, Anusha Sampath, and Vanita Kharat
Release Date: June 20, 2019
Duration: 2 hours, 52 minutes
Genre: Romance
Language: Hindi
Where to watch online: Netflix
Drive
The plot follows a non-tolerant Sigma guy who falls in love with a neighbour and ends up defending her and her son from other sigmas, including her useless husband who also happens to be a criminal. Ryan Gosling plays both the narrator and the unidentified driver in this picture and it is a thrilling and entertaining watch, much like the film Animal.
IMDb Rating: 7.8
Cast: Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, Bryan Cranston, Albert Brooks, Oscar Isaac, Christina Hendricks, Ron Perlman, Kaden Leos, James Biberi, and Russ Tamblyn
Release Date: September 30, 2011
Duration: 1 hour, 40 minutes
Genre: Action
Language: English
Where to watch online: Amazon Prime Video
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Ghajini
An intense love story that soon turns into an even more intense revenge story. Sanjay has a disease that makes it impossible for him to remember anything more than fifteen minutes after being struck with an iron rod. He goes in search of his fiancée’s killer with tattoos of notes all over his body. The film is filled with frustrating action sequences and strong feelings.
IMDb Rating: 7.3
Cast: Aamir Khan, Asin, Jiah Khan, Pradeep Rawat, Riyaz Khan, Khalid Siddiqui, Tinnu Anand, Sai Tamhankar, Supreeth Reddy, Mahendra Ghule, Vibha Chibber, Sunil Grover, and Rajendran
Release Date: December 25, 2018
Duration: 3 hours, 4 minutes
Genre: Action
Language: Hindi
Where to watch online: Zee5
Mad Max: Fury Road
An action-packed extravaganza that never stops until the curtains close. Mad Max: Fury Road, widely regarded as one of the best action films ever made, takes place in a fictitious wasteland and follows Max, a survivor, as he teams up with the brave warrior Furiosa to fight the despotic Immortan Joe. The film has earned a spot on this list because of its intense action scenes and gripping plot.
IMDb Rating: 8.1
Cast: Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Josh Helman, Nathan Jones, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, Riley Keough, Abbey Lee, Courtney Eaton, and John Howard
Release Date: May 15, 2015
Duration: 2 hours
Genre: Action
Language: English
Where to watch online: Amazon Prime Video
Badlapur
Another hot hit on the list is Badlapur, which revolves around a family man named Raghav. Before his family is killed during a bank heist, Raghav has a happy life with his wife and children. His life is forever altered by that occurrence, and he resolves to exact revenge on those who killed them. The film demonstrates how his desire for vengeance transforms him into the type of guy he once hated.
IMDb Rating: 7.4
Cast: Varun Dhawan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Huma Qureshi, Yami Gautam, Vinay Pathak, Kumud Mishra, Divya Dutta, and Radhika Apte
Release Date: February 20, 2015
Duration: 2 hours, 3 minutes
Genre: Action
Language: Hindi
Where to watch online: Zee5
Gangs of Wasseypur
Anurag Kashyap is the producer and director of the two-part 2012 Indian crime thriller titled “Gangs of Wasseypur.” The story explores the complex power struggles, political dynamics, and personal grudges among three crime families as it centres on the coal mafia in Dhanbad, also referred to as Mafia Raj. The film is full of interesting elements and has a very engaging storyline.
IMDb Rating: 8.2
Cast: Manoj Bajpai, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Pankaj Tripathi, Richa Chadda, Huma Qureshi, and Tigmanshu Dhulia
Release Date: June 22, 2012
Duration: 2 hours, 40 minutes
Genre: Crime, Action
Language: Hindi
Where to watch online: Netflix
American Psycho
One of the most famous and contentious movie characters ever created is played by Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, a New York City investment banker who also works as a cold-blooded serial killer on the side. The whole story takes an interesting turn, and the movie makes a point of offering social commentary that seems to be as timely as ever regarding capitalism and the privileges enjoyed by white men in 1980s America. An exciting film that deserves a spot on the list.
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Cast: Christian Bale, Justin Theroux, Josh Lucas, Bill Sage, Chloë Sevigny, Reese Witherspoon, Samantha Mathis, Matt Ross, Jared Leto, Willem Dafoe, Cara Seymour, and Guinevere Turner
Release Date: July 17, 2000
Duration: 1 hour, 43 minutes
Genre: Thriller
Language: English
Where to watch online: Amazon Prime Video
Love, Sex aur Dhoka
In addition to being an intriguing addition to this list, this movie may also catch your interest if you like Animal as a viewer. A woman’s life is devastated by an MMS scandal; a love couple’s honour killing and a startling episode when a woman is used as a casting couch are all seen on hidden cameras in this intense film.
IMDb Rating: 7.2
Cast: Anshuman Jha, Nushrat Bharucha, Sandeep Bose, Rajkummar Rao, Neha Chauhan, Arya Banerjee, Herry Tangri, Amit Sial, Atul Mongia, Ashish Sharma, Taran Bajaj, and Aaditi Pohankar
Release Date: March 19, 2010
Duration: 2 hours, 35 minutes
Genre: Drama
Language: Hindi
Where to watch online: Jio Cinema
Haider
Vishal Bhardwaj directed the 2014 drama thriller “Haider,” which features an intriguing story. Finding out that his father’s death might have been caused by his mother’s new husband troubles a young guy. He begins his journey of retribution and quickly learns that his loved ones will also not escape untouched. The film keeps you on edge, much like the movie Animal does and is a perfect fit for this list.
IMDb Rating: 8
Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Tabu, and Shraddha Kapoor
Release Date: October 2, 2014
Duration: 2 hours, 39 minutes
Genre: Drama
Language: Hindi
Where to watch online: Netflix
List of Movies Like Animal
| Movie Name | Language | IMDb Rating | Release Date |
| Arjun Reddy | Telugu | 8 | 25 August 2017 |
| Kabir Singh | Hindi | 7 | 20 June 2019 |
| Drive | English | 7.8 | 30 September 2011 |
| Ghajini | Hindi | 7.3 | 25 December 2018 |
| Mad Max: Fury Road | Tamil | 8.1 | 15 May 2015 |
| Badlapur | English | 7.4 | 20 February 2015 |
| Gangs of Wasseypur | English | 8.2 | 22 June 2012 |
| American Psycho | English | 7.6 | 17 July 2000 |
| Love, Sex aur Dhoka | English | 7.2 | 19 March 2010 |
| Haider | Malayalam | 8 | 2 October 2014 |
